Orthodontic practices near Mount Melville
On our practice register: 5 practices within 5 miles of Mount Melville, 16 practices within 10 and 76 practices within 20. The closest is OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, 1.3 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 1.3 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| St. Andrews OrthodonticsSaint Andrews | 1.3 miles east | – | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (6 reviews) |
| St Andrews Dental CareSaint Andrews | 1.7 miles north-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.9 (230 reviews) |
| SMILE DENTAL CLINIC ST ANDREWSSaint Andrews | 1.8 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| GENTLE DENTAL CARESaint Andrews | 1.9 miles east | ✓ | – | – | – |
| THE CUPAR DENTISTCupar | 6.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| EDEN DENTAL CARECupar | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| PRODENTALCupar | 6.6 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to Mount Melville with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Saint Andrews, 1.3 miles east; the next are Cupar (6.5 miles west) and Tayport (8.4 miles north).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Andrews | 5 | 1.3 miles east |
| Cupar | 4 | 6.5 miles west |
| Tayport | 5 | 8.4 miles north |
| Newport-on-Tay | 1 | 8.6 miles north-west |
| Anstruther | 1 | 9.3 miles south-east |
| Dundee | 13 | 10.2 miles north-west |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of Mount Melville
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Beam Orthodontics in Dundee (4.9 from 290 reviews), 10.3 miles north-west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beam OrthodonticsDundee | 4.9 (290 reviews) | 10.3 miles north-west |
| St Andrews Dental CareSaint Andrews | 4.9 (230 reviews) | 1.7 miles north-east |
| Perla OrthodonticsTayport | 4.7 (13 reviews) | 9.6 miles north |
| Discovery Dental CareDundee | 4.4 (47 reviews) | 10.5 miles north-west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Mount Melville at a Glance
| Nation | Scotland |
|---|---|
| Council area | Fife |
| NHS dental services | NHS Fife |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free under 26; then 80% of the fee, capped at £384 |
| Area type (ONS) | Accessible Rural |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of Scotland |
| Practices within 5 miles | 5 practices, more than 71% of towns in Scotland |
| Access within Fife | 99th closest to an orthodontic practice of 229 places in the county (the county median is 1.5 miles) |
| Nearest practice compared | 1.3 miles away, closer than 73% of towns in Scotland |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Dundee Dental Hospital, Dundee — 10 miles |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE, Saint Andrews — 1 miles THE CUPAR DENTIST, Cupar — 6 miles TAYPORT DENTAL PRACTICE, Tayport — 8 miles |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 16 within 10 miles, 76 within 20 miles |
| Postcode districts | KY16 |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Getting orthodontic treatment from Mount Melville
Mount Melville is 1.3 miles from OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, its nearest practice, so most appointments are an easy journey. Within 10 miles there are 16 practices, and within 20 there are 76.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: St Andrews Dental Care (1.7 miles) mentions a free consultation; Perla Orthodontics (9.6 miles) mentions remote consultations; and 5 of the practices around Mount Melville list clear aligners, the nearest 1.3 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around Mount Melville are commissioned by NHS Fife; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, 1.3 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee, about 10 miles away.
Orthodontic Treatment In Mount Melville
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Orthodontist in Mount Melville: People exploring braces and clear aligners in Mount Melville often want a better starting point than a generic directory result. The same guidance applies whether you are based in Mount Melville itself or elsewhere in Fife.
Mount Melville in numbers
Heading north-east for around 3 km brings you to Saint Andrews, the closest linked location.
Mount Melville in context
Mount Melville is classified as accessible Rural, and NHS dental commissioning here falls under NHS Fife. With 5 orthodontic practices within five miles, Mount Melville is better served than 71% of towns in Scotland. Mount Melville's deprivation ranking places it in a less deprived band than most of Scotland. For hospital-based orthodontic care, Mount Melville is about 10 miles from Dundee Dental Hospital in Dundee.
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Practice data for Mount Melville
There is no orthodontist on our records in Mount Melville itself. The nearest recorded are OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, about a mile away; THE CUPAR DENTIST, about 6 miles away; and TAYPORT DENTAL PRACTICE, about 8 miles away.
Compare Orthodontic Treatments in Mount Melville
Patients in Mount Melville have access to more orthodontic options than ever before. Understanding the trade-offs before a consultation puts you in a much stronger position. The comparison that follows covers NHS and private, fixed and removable, in plain terms.
Choosing Between Orthodontic Treatments in Mount Melville
Every treatment type has strengths and limitations. This filters quickly to the options most relevant to your situation:
Step-by-Step Orthodontic Guide for Mount Melville
Many people in Mount Melville delay treatment simply because they don't know where to start. The pathway from first enquiry to fitted braces is more straightforward than most people expect. Below, each stage is set out in order so you can plan effectively.
Your Orthodontic Journey — Step by Step
Treatment in Mount Melville runs through a predictable sequence of stages, set out below so you know what's coming.
This local page helps patients research orthodontic options around Mount Melville. It does not confirm suitability, diagnosis, or final pricing without clinician review.
Areas We Cover Around Mount Melville
This part of the page places Mount Melville, Fife in context alongside the towns and areas around it. If you're still deciding, related pages for Denhead, Kincaple, Cameron, Saint Andrews, Strathkinness, and Edenside may help.
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Frequently Asked Questions in Mount Melville
Common questions about orthodontic treatment, braces, aligners, treatment stages, and what patients in Mount Melville often want to know before getting started.
Where is the nearest orthodontist to Mount Melville?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to Mount Melville is OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, about 1.3 miles to the east. The next closest are St. Andrews Orthodontics (1.3 miles) and St Andrews Dental Care (1.7 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near Mount Melville?
Our register has 5 practices within 5 miles of Mount Melville, 16 practices within 10 miles and 76 practices within 20 miles.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near Mount Melville?
The nearest practice to Mount Melville that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is OASIS DENTAL CARE T/A BUPA DENTAL CARE in Saint Andrews, about 1.3 miles to the east. Others nearby include St Andrews Dental Care (1.7 miles) and SMILE DENTAL CLINIC ST ANDREWS (1.8 miles).
How do I start orthodontic treatment in Mount Melville, Fife?
The usual starting point is a short online assessment: upload a few guided photos and a clinician reviews your case remotely.
Can I compare braces and clear aligners in Mount Melville, Fife?
Yes. A clinician-reviewed assessment can help you understand whether fixed braces or clear aligners may be more suitable based on the movements required and your treatment goals.